GULF COAST (EAST) TOUR 11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS

Day 1 Arrive Bangkok (-)
Arrive Bangkok International Airport and transfer to your hotel downtown for check-in and overnight accommodation.  
 

Day 2 Bangkok (B)
The Grand Palace was the seat not only of the king and his court, but contained within its crenellated walls the entire government administration. The architecture is vibrantly Thai though there are some European designs as well. Brilliantly colored and gilded, and decorated with intricate detail, the overall effect is dazzling. The palace served as the official residence of the kings of Thailand from the 18th to the mid-20th century. The most famous building on the palace grounds is Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple (wat) in Thailand. Construction of the temple began when King Rama I moved the capital from Thonburi to Bangkok in 1785. Unlike other Thai temples, it does not contain living quarters for monks; rather, it has only the richly decorated holy buildings, statues, and pagodas. The main temple building is the central ubosoth, which houses the Emerald Buddha. Though green in color, the Buddha is actually carved from a single piece of jade, and though only 17 inches tall, is the most revered object in Thailand. Also within the grounds are several palaces, used for various occasions:  the Funeral Palace, Reception Palace, Throne Hall, Coronation Hall, and the Royal Guest House. The majority of halls and palaces can be viewed from outside only, but the exteriors are captivating enough to please. 
 

Day 3 Bangkok – Rayong (B)
Leisure departure from your hotel as we depart for the east coast of Thailand, 179 km from Bangkok,well known for fruit orchards to cool down from the heat of the day, and provide harvests during May of each year, so fruit lovers always travel here for various tasty fresh tropical fruits, particularly durian, rambutan and mangosteen.
 

Day 4 – 6 Rayong (B)
Free days at leisure for personal activities, highly recommend the sun, sea & sand.
 

Day 7 Rayong – Koh Chang (B)
Pick-up from your hotel and travel further down the coast to the town of Trat, from here catch a ferry to the island of Koh Chang where you will spend the next couple of days of your holiday. Koh Chang is Thailand's second largest island, and the biggest in eastern Thailand. With about 5,000 permanent residents the island is not heavily populated. The island is also home to a wide range of wildlife, including a good selection of birds, snakes, deer, and a number of elephants. The island and its vicinity are great places for snorkelling, diving, and jungle hiking.
 

Day 8-10 Koh Chang (B)
Days at leisure to enjoy this tropical island on your own or enjoy a optional island excursion.
 

Day 11 Depart Koh Chang (B)
Pick-up from your hotel and transfer across the ferry as we drive back to Bangkok and transfer you to the airport for your flight home.